The pair will speak on "California's Fiscal Picture: The Good, Bad and the Ugly."

The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. with registration at the Four Points Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. The program follows at noon until 1:30 p.m.

The event is open to the public. Lunch tickets cost $40 per person for the organizations' members and elected officials, and $50 for nonmembers. Reservations are required by Feb. 18. For more information, visit www.contracostacouncil.com.